Stratford STEM Magnet SchoolUpper Campus

At a Glance

Serves grades 9-12

Stratford Cluster

Open Enrollment

Offers bus transportation

Does not offer before or aftercare

Welcome From the Principal

Michael SteelePrincipal

Welcome to Stratford! Our high school is rich in tradition and has been a mainstay in the East Nashville community for years. At Stratford, students are embraced by a loving, loyal and dedicated group of educators who have high expectation and hold each other accountable for every student’s success. We celebrate the diversity in our student body and staff and are cognizant of the fact that all children can learn and be productive. I share with my staff often that we will accentuate the positive in all that we do and with everyone we come in contact with.

As we move forward to make Stratford a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Magnet School, the excitement is contagious. Our smaller learning communities allow our students to receive the highest level of education found anywhere. Small learning communities are more like families, and we are very proud that our Stratford family is making the move towards academic excellence.

As a parent, I want you and your children to share in our vision of a school that has the strongest desire to be an institution that fosters academic excellence. Stratford STEM Magnet High School is a great place for your child to prepare for their future. My door is always open, and I look forward to having the opportunity to visit with you in the future.

Pathways

School Description

At Stratford STEM Magnet High School, students belong to both a magnet and an academy school. In our academies we focus on science, technology, engineering and math in all of our classes, as well as provide interdisciplinary, project-based learning experiences that connect students to the real world.

Students begin during their 9th grade year in the Freshman Academy, which provides a small supportive environment as students learn what it means to be in high school. From there, they choose a pathway in one of two career academies.

In the Academy of National Safety and Security Technologies, students have access to the latest technology in computer programming to develop mobile apps, webpages and computer games. With the same equipment and technology found in the most advanced facilities in the nation, including Pixar and DreamWorks, students learn the skills and qualifications needed to be at the cutting edge of industry innovation. Students also can work hands-on in the field of criminal justice. Students learn how local, state and federal criminal justice systems operate. Students participate in crime scene investigation, collect evidence, interview witnesses, document witness statements, investigate crimes and testify in our own courtroom. With the same equipment and technology found in modern-day law enforcement facilities, students learn the skills and qualifications needed to advance in the industry. Students in this pathway can earn early college credit through Nashville State Community College and take national certification exams.

Students in the Academy of Science and Engineering learn biotechnology, engineering, and interdisciplinary science and research. Students can participate in the FIRST robotics competition and are mentored through the process by Nissan, Universal Robotics and Wright Industries. In the interdisciplinary science and research pathway students learn how to become independent scientific researchers, looking into issues such as water quality, cancer and sociology. Students have the opportunity to present and publish their work, as well as work in real-world science labs over the summer. This pathway is co-taught by Vanderbilt Center for Science Outreach scientists. Students can earn college credit through numerous institutions, as well as take a national certification exam for AutoCad Invent.

In addition to these academies, Stratford offers numerous Advanced Placement (AP) courses, including biology, calculus, English Literature, English Language, Economics, government, music theory, physics, U.S. History and World History. Stratford also has a Cambridge option for students interested in advanced academics.

School Hours

7:05 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.

A Typical Day at School

We are on a Block A/B Schedule with a daily class of 45 minutes for enrichment and intervention.

Helpful Links

Family Portal

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With Family Portal, families can see real-time class and assignment grades, homework, test scores, upcoming due dates, attendance information, discipline incidents and more. It allows for better communication between teachers and families through emails and mobile alerts. Teachers can send messages to parents and they can post important news and announcements for families to see. Click here for registration instructions and to learn more about Family Portal: www.mnps.org/familyportal